Brock Lesnar's WrestleMania Opponent Revealed After Royal Rumble

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The two-time winner of the Royal Rumble, Brock Lesnar, lasted only for around 3 minutes in the Royal Rumble 2023 match.

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Brock Lesnar's WrestleMania Opponent Revealed After Royal Rumble

The two-time winner of the Royal Rumble, Brock Lesnar, lasted only for around 3 minutes in the Royal Rumble 2023 match.

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